Evans still has massive respect for the experienced centre-back pairing, but hopes to earn more first-team chances when he returns from a hamstring injury that has ruled him out go United's last three encounters.

Tottenham defender Danny Rose will see out the season on loan at Sunderland, after his parent club allowed their recall clause in his deal to lapse. (Sky Sports)

Rose linked up with the Black Cats in August, with Andre Villas-Boas opting to use Benoit Assou-Ekotto, Jan Vertonghen and Kyle Naughton at left-back instead.

And finally, Eric Abidal has been admitted to hospital for examination on his transplanted liver. (Barcelona.com)

The Barcelona defender - who had a tumour removed in 2011, and underwent a surgical procedure last April - was cleared to resume playing before Christmas, but has not featured for the first-team since then.

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